SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY Senior Information Guide

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A variety of educational opportunities exist for seniors. Classes range from regular college courses to special physical fi tness, English as a Second Language and Planning for Retirement. There are a number of different ways you can take these courses. Some programs offer special discounts for seniors. Elderhostel The Elderhostel Program is offered to seniors who want to travel and further their education. It is a network of over 2,300 colleges, universities, independent schools and other institutions which offer special low-cost shortterm residential academic programs for those 55 years of age and older. The schools are throughout the world. Fees vary. Adult Literacy Adult Literacy Programs provide trained volunteer tutors who will teach adults to read, write and speak English on a one-to-one basis. The non-profi t Literacy Councils help adults become better readers and writers of English by providing literacy services to native speakers and English as a Second Language (ESL) services to non-native speakers. They also teach some computational and other life skills. Contact either the San Luis Obispo Literacy Council or the Central Coast Literacy Council (Santa Maria). Community Education Programs Community Education Programs offer many courses of interest to seniors. Classes are free or have minimal fees and the selection of courses is quite extensive. Many offer courses specifi cally for seniors. Write or phone the program closest to you for more information by contacting either Cuesta College or Allan Hancock College. Emeritus Classes Emeritus Classes are short-term noncredit classes and ongoing programs focusing on physical well being, continued intellectual growth, socializing and career training for mature adults (persons aged 50 and older). Information about the community program classes at Cuesta College is available from their online newsletter. Check www.communityprogams.net. Education Extended Education Through Extended Education, Cal Poly offers professional and vocational courses to members of the community during the fall, spring and summer quarters. Osher LifeLong Learning Institute offers short-term classes, fi eld trips and special events. Fees vary from $40 per term to an annual fee of $110 or $1,500 for a lifetime membership. Membership is open to anyone aged 50 years or older. Information is available at Cal Poly extended education offi ce. Adult Public High Schools Several school districts in San Luis Obispo County provide courses to adults at convenient locations throughout the community. Primarily vocational and avocational with some academics, these inexpensive courses are scheduled during evening hours on a quarterly basis. Ask about a possible senior discount on course fees. Cooperative Extension The Cooperative Extension/Farm & Home Advisor provides informal education through delivery of information in areas of agriculture, natural resources, home economics, marine sciences and youth development. Computer and Internet Classes Several resources are available for computer and Internet classes, including local senior centers and Cuesta College. There are also numerous private tutors and institutes teaching these classes. Caregiver Training Alzheimer’s Association, Central Coast Chapter provides specialized training for caregivers. The ‘What’s Now?’ courses are designed for caregivers and include a two-hour class and appropriate coaching sessions. Additionally, one on one training is available in the family caregivers home or at the Alzheimer's Association offi ce. 2007-2009 SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SENIOR INFORMATION GUIDE 25
Education Directory Adult Public High Schools Lucia Mar Adult Education 227 Bridge St. Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 474-3900 Home Cagregivers Service Professionally Managed LIVE-IN & HOURLY CARE There’s No Place Like Home… MEMBER TRI-COUNTIES Your STAY-AT-HOME Alternative • 4 to 24 Hour In-Home Care • Personal Care • Transportation • Meal Preparation • Affordable Rates Providing Peace of Mind to Families Throughout the Central Coast 805-781-8156 888-439-8800 www.homecare-giver.com Atascadero Unifi ed School District Adult Education 6495 Lewis Av. Atascadero, CA 93422 462-4386 Liberty High 810 Niblick Rd. Paso Robles,CA 93446 237-3332 San Luis Coastal Adult School 1500 Lizzie St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 549-1222 Cal Poly State University Extended Education San Luis Obispo, CA 93407 756-2053 www.continuing-ed.cal.poly.edu Osher Lifelong Learning Institute San Luis Obispo, CA 93407 756-2053 osher@calpoly.edu www.osher.calpoly.edu Cooperative Extensions/Farm & Home Advisor 2156 Sierra Way, Ste. C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 781-5940 Cuesta College Community Programs Highway 1/PO Box 8106 San Luis Obispo, CA 93403 546-3132 Fax 546-3107 546-3121 Emeritus College communityprograms@cuesta.edu www.communityprograms.net North County Campus 2800 Buena Vista Paso Robles, CA 93446 591-6200 South County Centers Arroyo Grande High School Arroyo Grande, CA 546-3955 Nipomo High School Nipomo, CA 546-3955 26 2007-2009 SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SENIOR INFORMATION GUIDE Allan Hancock College Community Education, Bldg T 800 South College Drive Santa Maria, CA 93454 922-6966 x3209 www.hancockcollege.edu Literacy Councils San Luis Obispo Literacy Council 1264 Higuera, #102 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 541-4219 800-549-4219 Fax 781-6630 literacy@charter.net www.sloliteracy.org Central Coast Literacy Council Learning Resource Center 521 E. Chapel St., #B. Santa Maria, CA 93454 922-9200 Fax 922-8600 cclcread@verizon.net Elderhostel Program 11 Avenue de Lafayette Boston, MA 02110-1746 617-426-7788 877-426-8056 www.elderhostel.org Alzheimer’s Association 3480 S. Higuera St.#120 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 547-3830 Fax 784-9400 pmunson@centralcoastalz.org www.centralcoastalz.org
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